2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 166 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |